LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As white settlers, the staff of Helping Hounds acknowledges that we reside and practice on the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary gathering grounds, meeting places, and travelling routes for the peoples of this area, known as Amiskwacîwâskahikan. We recognize that we are on stolen land, and we extend our gratitude to the many Indigenous peoples who have rich histories here. Amiskwacîwâskahikan encompasses the lands of at least 17 different Indigenous peoples (including Plains Cree, Tsuut'ina, Cree, Blackfoot, Nakota Sioux, Dene, Chipewyan, Assiniboine, Ojibwe/Saulteaux/Anishnaabe), as well the territories of the Métis and Inuit. We thank them for their ongoing stewardship of the land. We commit to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for the sovereignty of all Indigenous Nations, as well as the many Indigenous peoples who live, work, and study in the City of Edmonton and the Province of Alberta. We affirm Indigenous sovereignty and commit to holding both the City of Edmonton and the Province of Alberta more accountable to the needs of Indigenous peoples. We also acknowledge and accept our specific responsibilities under treaty.
More information about territorial acknowledgements: https://apihtawikosisan.com/2016/09/beyond-territorial-acknowledgments/
ABOUT US
Are you interested in training your dog to be a
working dog?
Helping Hounds works with people with disabilities who would benefit from service dogs. We aim to serve marginalized and underrepresented communities by making our services accessible and affordable.
We train service dogs, therapy dogs, and facility dogs.
SERVICES
Service Dog Training
Helping Hounds provides assistance in your service dog journey from choosing a puppy to gaining your Alberta Qualified Service Dog ID. We will identify and train tasks that your dog can provide to mitigate your disability.
Therapy Dog Training
Helping Hounds provides training for puppies and dogs of all ages to learn the proper skills necessary to make a successful therapy dog.
Occupational Therapy
Our Occupational Therapist is available to do assessments to determine how a service dog could serve your unique needs, and help with additional resources and tools.
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